Parmesan Corn Muffins

Health score
3%
Parmesan Corn Muffins
28 min.
12
160kcal

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Welcome to the delightful world of baking with these scrumptious Parmesan Corn Muffins! Perfectly golden and fluffy, these muffins are a fantastic addition to any meal, whether enjoyed as a savory breakfast treat or served alongside your favorite soup or salad. With just 28 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a batch that serves 12, making them ideal for family gatherings or brunch with friends.

What sets these muffins apart is the rich flavor of freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, which adds a delightful nuttiness that pairs beautifully with the sweetness of cornmeal. The addition of fresh chives and a hint of ground red pepper gives them a unique twist, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor. Plus, at only 160 calories per muffin, you can indulge without the guilt!

For those looking to mix things up, there are exciting variations to explore. Imagine the savory goodness of bacon and cheddar or the sweet surprise of raspberry cornmeal muffins. Each variation offers a new taste experience, making these muffins a versatile staple in your baking repertoire. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat that oven, and get ready to enjoy the warm, comforting aroma of freshly baked Parmesan Corn Muffins!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon baking soda 
  • large eggs lightly beaten
  • 1.3 cups nonfat buttermilk fat-free
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons chives fresh divided finely chopped
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • 0.8 cup parmesan fresh divided grated
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon sugar 
  • 0.8 cup cornmeal yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • muffin liners
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 40
  2. Combine the first 3 ingredients.
  3. Weigh or lightly spoon flour into a dry measuring cup; level with a knife.
  4. Combine flour and next 6 ingredients (through pepper) in a bowl, stirring well with a whisk. Make a well in center of flour mixture.
  5. Add milk mixture; stir just until moist.
  6. Stir in 2 ounces cheese (about 1/2 cup) and 2 tablespoons chives. Spoon into 12 muffin cups coated with cooking spray.
  7. Sprinkle muffins evenly with remaining 1 ounce cheese and remaining 1 tablespoon chives.
  8. Bake at 400 for 13 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out with moist crumbs clinging.
  9. Remove muffins from tins; cool on a wire rack.
  10. Variation 1 Bacon, Onion, and Cheddar Corn Muffins: Cook 2 bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat.
  11. Remove bacon, reserving drippings in pan.
  12. Drain bacon; crumble. Increase heat to medium-high.
  13. Add 3/4 cup chopped onion to drippings in pan; saut 5 minutes. Prepare muffin batter, omitting sugar, cheese, and chives; stir in bacon, onion, and 2 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 1/2 cup). Proceed with step
  14. Serves 12 (serving size: 1 muffin) Calories 137; Fat 6g (sat 5g); Sodium 217mg
  15. Variation 2 Raspberry-Cornmeal Muffins: Prepare muffin batter, omitting pepper, cheese, and chives. Stir in 1 cup fresh raspberries; spoon batter into prepared muffin cups.
  16. Sprinkle batter with 1 tablespoon sugar. Proceed with step
  17. Serves 12 (serving size: 1 muffin) Calories 144; Fat 1g (sat 8g); Sodium 173mg

Nutrition Facts

Calories160kcal
Protein14.42%
Fat40.58%
Carbs45%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.13
Glycemic Load
11
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.6669565465139%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:160.17kcal
8.01%
Fat:7.21g
11.09%
Saturated Fat:1.9g
11.87%
Carbohydrates:17.99g
6%
Net Carbohydrates:16.74g
6.09%
Sugar:2.49g
2.77%
Cholesterol:20.24mg
6.75%
Sodium:271.36mg
11.8%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.77g
11.53%
Calcium:121.68mg
12.17%
Phosphorus:100.34mg
10.03%
Selenium:6.83µg
9.76%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.76%
Manganese:0.14mg
7.03%
Folate:25.65µg
6.41%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.98%
Iron:1.02mg
5.65%
Vitamin E:0.76mg
5.04%
Fiber:1.24g
4.96%
Vitamin B3:0.89mg
4.44%
Vitamin K:4.49µg
4.28%
Magnesium:16.7mg
4.18%
Zinc:0.61mg
4.08%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.88%
Copper:0.05mg
2.27%
Vitamin A:112.63IU
2.25%
Vitamin B5:0.2mg
1.99%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.87%
Potassium:57.49mg
1.64%
Source:My Recipes